Le petit chien qui secoue de l'argent et des pierreries

Le petit chien qui secoue de l'argent et des pierreries, a painting by Nicolas Lancret, dated 1737. 



The artwork depicts a scene in a richly decorated bedroom. A woman lies in a bed, attended to by several figures. A man dressed in elaborate clothing appears to be presenting something to the woman in bed. Another woman, dressed in a blue and red gown, is kneeling on the floor near a small dog, which seems to be scattering coins or jewels. A young woman in a yellow and white dress stands nearby, seemingly observing the scene. The overall style is characteristic of the Rococo period, with soft colors, delicate brushstrokes, and a focus on elegance and intimacy. The painting is 35.4 cm wide and 27.6 cm high and is part of the collection of The Wallace Collection.